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2003-2008
EES
201 – Evolution of the Earth
This
course is intended for students interested in the evolution of the
Earth in terms of tectonics, biology, and climate. Historical geology
encompasses the 1) dynamic history of the physical Earth: the
development of landforms, the rise and fall of ancient seas,
movements of continents, and 2) the evolution of life on this planet
in response to a changing Earth. In addition, this class focuses on a
chronological survey of Earth and life history, emphasizing the
evolution as seen in North America.
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2007
EES
256 – Paleomagnetism and Global Plate Tectonics
The
purpose of this class is to introduce the student to the concepts of
paleomagnetism and its application in the study of global plate
tectonics. The study of paleomagnetism revolutionized how scientists
theorized how lithospheric plates moved – from the simplistic
approach of continental drift to the actual mechanism of sea floor
spreading and using paleomagnetic poles to demonstrate how
lithospheric plates have moved in the past.
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EES
259 – Seminar in Paleomagnetism
This
course is intended for students who wish to learn the techniques
employed by paleomagnetists in considering different geologic
problems including but not limited to tectonics, hotspot motion, rock
magnetic properties as used to determine the fidelity of magnetic
recorders. Students are asked to work on a semester project, present
their work to the class, and write an NSF-like proposal to solve a
geologic problem through the use of paleomagnetism.
2000,
2006
EES
205 – Solid Earth Geophysics
This
course is intended for motivated juniors and seniors in the Earth
&
Environmental Sciences curriculum. Topics covered included
composition of the earth; radioactivity and age of the earth; gravity
field and rotation; earthquakes and propagation of seismic waves;
magnetic field; paleomagnetism; heat generation and heat flow; plate
tectonics and convection in the earth.
2000-2006
EES
101 – Introduction to Physical Geology (Laboratory)
This
introductory geology class provides a broad overview of the Earth
Sciences, from planetary evolution to the interplay of geology and
climate. The course is a prerequisite for all undergraduate majors
who are considering careers in the Earth and Environmental Sciences,
while also satisfying science requirements for other undergraduate
majors. A basic introduction to geological processes is supplemented
with an emphasis on marine geology and plate tectonics. The course
also aims to provide students with a geological background with which
they can better evaluate current environmental issues, including
potential global warming. The lecture material is
supplemented
with laboratory exercises that enhance the students' understanding of
Earth processes, including mineral and rock identification, river,
glacial, desert and coastal landscapes, earthquakes, lunar geology,
geologic time, deformation of the Earth's crust and climate change
through geologic history.
1999
GSci
101 - Geologic History of Life (SUNY Geneseo)
An
introduction to the evolution and development of life on Earth.
Topics include the origin of life, development of multicellular
organisms, evolution of land plants and animals, dinosaurs, mammals,
and the use of paleontology in the interpretation of earth history.
(Directed at non-science majors or those desiring a general
background in Earth history. Credit may not be applied toward either
the Geological Sciences major or the B.S. in Natural Science with
PreK-6 provisional certification.)
GSci
100 – Our Geologic Environment (SUNY Geneseo)
This
course is intended for non-science majors who have an interest in
their physical environment. The course is designed to develop an
understanding of the interaction of Earth processes, the environment,
and the human population. Topics include Earth materials, natural
resources, geologic hazards, environmental change, and global
environmental issues.
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